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Electric vehicle adoption accelerates in Vietnam

In the period leading up to 2030, the construction sector will prioritise areas with strong potential for reducing urban air pollution, particularly rail and road transport. Relevant agencies are developing criteria for green rest stops, green railway stations, green seaports, and green airports. These standards are expected to be finalised in 2026 and widely applied from 2027.

Ho Chi Minh City targets AI, semiconductor investment in new-generation FDI drive

Vietnam, World Bank strengthen cooperation in water security, sustainable development

Vietnam News Agency launches first digital-specialised information platform

Vietnam has first judge at International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea

Vietnam ready to work with countries to build a safer, more resilient and prosperous Asia-Pacific: Top leader

Vietnam therefore stands ready to work with countries both within and beyond the region to reinforce rules, nurture trust, promote dialogue, enhance cooperation, mitigate risks, and together shape an Asia-Pacific that is safer, more resilient and more prosperous.

Top Vietnamese leader's keynote address at 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue

General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam To Lam attended and delivered a keynote address at the opening of the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 29.

Vietnamese, Singaporean leaders agree to further deepen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam and Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong agreed to further enhance the effectiveness of bilateral cooperation mechanisms and elevate strategic cooperation in line with the newly established Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Ho Chi Minh City: Rising hub for science, technology, innovation

As Vietnam’s leading economic powerhouse, Ho Chi Minh City is entering a new phase of development in which science, technology and innovation have been identified as key engines of growth as in line with Politburo Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science – technology development, innovation and national digital transformation.

Vietnamese, Singaporean leaders witness exchange of cooperation documents

The signed documents include an MoU on cooperation between Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Singapore’s Public Service Division, and a joint statement between Vietnam's Minister of Industry and Trade and Singapore's Minister-in-charge of Energy and Science & Technology on strengthening supply chain resilience.

Production-market linkages – Key to sustainable agricultural production

At present, many fruits in Ho Chi Minh City and surrounding localities are entering peak harvest season. However, as supply rises sharply while consumption remains slow and exports face difficulties, agricultural product prices have continued to fall significantly, placing heavy pressure on farmers. In this context, production-market linkages are seen as an effective solution.

Vietnam aims for high-quality, sustainable FDI

Foreign direct investment (FDI) currently contributes more than 20 percent of Vietnam’s GDP and accounts for up to 70 percent of the country’s total export turnover, making it an important driving force for economic restructuring. In the current context, Vietnam’s requirement for foreign investment is to attract high-quality capital flows associated with technology cooperation and the creation of sustainable production ecosystems.

Vietnam’s top leader holds talks with Thailand's Prime Minister in Bangkok

Party General Secretary and State President Lam affirmed that Vietnam always attaches importance to and wishes to further strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Thailand.

Tourism rebounds strongly as Hanoi expands cultural, night-time experiences

Hanoi aims to welcome around 9.04 million international visitors and more than 27 million domestic tourists in 2026, with total tourism revenue projected at roughly 160 trillion VND.

Hanoi prepares to launch 1.5-billion-USD Metro 2A extension project

The Hanoi Metropolitan Railway Management Board (MRB) announced that it will organise an Early Market Engagement (EME) event for the project on June 18-19 in Hanoi to collect feedback from domestic and international businesses and consultants before the official bidding process begins.

Vietnamese, Thai leaders witness exchange of cooperation agreements, launch logo marking 50-year ties

Vietnam and Thailand are countries in Southeast Asia with a long-standing friendship. Since officially establishing diplomatic relations on August 6, 1976, bilateral cooperation has continued to expand rapidly in both breadth and depth.

Vietnam, Thailand further strengthen comprehensive strategic partnership

At the invitation of Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his spouse, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, his spouse, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation are paying an official visit to Thailand from May 27 to 29, 2026. This marks the first visit to Thailand by General Secretary and State President To Lam, taking place as the two countries celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations (August 6, 1976 – 2026).

Vietnam, United Nations advance new development cooperation framework

Vietnam and the United Nations (UN) are stepping up efforts to build a new cooperation framework for the 2027–2031 period to support the country’s long-term development goals.

Top Vietnamese leader pays tribute to President Ho Chi Minh in Thailand’s Udon Thani

After the incense-offering ceremony, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam visited the simple thatched house preserving memories of President Ho Chi Minh’s revolutionary activities in Thailand during 1928–1929.

Vietnam’s culture identity promoted in Cambodia

The Vietnam Culture Week officially kicked off in Phnom Penh on May 26, featuring vibrant performances by the Vietnam Circus Federation, combining acrobatics with traditional and contemporary music and dance to present a vivid picture of Vietnam’s cultural identity.

Vietnam, Singapore strengthen comprehensive strategic partnership

The upcoming state visit to Singapore by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam, from May 29-31, carries significant importance in continuing to implement and further concretise the framework of the two countries’ Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

New momentum for stronger Vietnam–Thailand relations

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, his spouse, and a high-level Vietnamese delegation will pay an official visit to Thailand from May 27 to 29 at the invitation of Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his spouse. The visit is expected to create fresh momentum for the bilateral relationship, paving the way for stronger and more dynamic cooperation between the two countries.

Agricultural exports seek to overcome technical barriers through digitalisation, technology

Vietnamese agricultural products are entering a critical transition phase as traditional advantages such as abundant resources, large-scale output and low-cost labour gradually diminish. In their place, technology adoption, data transparency and green standards are emerging as mandatory requirements for accessing international markets.

Lao Cai upgrades infrastructure, tourism facilities to enhance Sa Pa’s global appeal

Between 2016 and 2026, Sa Pa recorded remarkable growth. Visitor arrivals surged from nearly 1 million in 2016 to more than 4.3 million in 2025, while tourism revenue climbed to 19 trillion VND (720 million USD), 11 times higher than a decade earlier.

Digital technology helps standardise supply chains, sustain export competitiveness

Experts noted that supply chain optimisation and risk management are no longer isolated tasks for individual companies but a requirement for the entire export ecosystem. With guidance from regulators, support from industry experts and their own efforts, Vietnamese exporters are expected to enhance their competitiveness and turn technical barriers and market volatility into opportunities for sustainable growth in global markets.